Cherity
girl nameCherity entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #3276 in 1972, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1970–2025
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rank today
#3276
peak (1972)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5291 |
| 1980s | #8900 |
| 1990s | #11263 |
| 2000s | #13118 |
| 2010s | #15787 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Cherity are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cherity alive today was born around 1979, making them about 46 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cherity in 2025?
- Cherity is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Cherity most popular?
- Cherity peaked in 1972, reaching #3276 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Cherity with classmates?
- Cherity will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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